Aortic aneurysms: What to know about the cause of journalist Grant Wahl's death at the World Cup
, and if left untreated, individuals with the condition may die in their 40s. But if it's repaired, they can live a typical lifespan, Milewicz said.
Other factors, such as high blood pressure, also play a role; Milewicz estimated that 80 percent of individuals with aortic dissections have hypertension, the medical term for high blood pressure. If the aneurysm ruptures, symptoms may come on suddenly. They include dizziness, a rapid heart rate or sudden and severe pain in your chest, abdomen or back. Doctors recommending calling 911 immediately if you or someone you are with may have a ruptured aortic aneurysm.If an aortic aneurysm is small a physician might recommend"watchful waiting," and taking precautions such as getting an ultrasound every few months to make sure it’s not growing, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
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